About Us & History | The Boathouse on Naples Bay

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ABOUT US

For over 25 years, the family owned and operated Boathouse on Naples Bay has been serving delicious food and beautiful views to generations of local families. It's casual waterfront dining that will exceed your expectations!

The Boathouse on Naples Bay is an honored classic in Naples, serving the best of the sea along with premium meats, old world pastas and more. The expansive wine list is full of options to accompany your meal and all the cocktails are made with premium liquor and fresh fruit puree.

Their outdoor Lido deck overlooks the gorgeous waters of Naples Bay, allowing guests to watch the boats drift by or catch sight of a dolphin making a splash. The Gangway Lounge features a full-service bar, and if you come between 2:30 pm and 5:30 pm. you're bound to find a happy hour favorite. The Panoramic Promenade is the main lower dining area, with large floor to ceiling windows that look out over the water. Planning a big event? To the Bridge! The unique and adventurous atmosphere is one you won't find anywhere else in Naples!

It's a historic landmark, with a history of many names behind it. In 1964, the Island Hut overhanging Naples Bay opened. The restaurant, specializing in Polynesian food was sold to a group of investors and became Pate's Marker IV. In 1969, this restaurant began massive renovations and welcomed nautical décor. In 1984, the restaurant was sold to the national franchise the Chart House. In 1999 it was bought by the Sarajian family, who renamed it "The Boathouse on Naples Bay".

The business is award winning and long standing, a local and critical favorite that has served four generations worth of locals in some families. Perhaps it's the fact that you can walk, drive or even sail to get there. Located on the Channel Marker 4 in Naples Bay, the restaurant has a 500ft of dock fingers to accommodate restaurant goers' boats. So, stop by! Try the seafood, the steaks, the ribs, the burgers and the Boathouse long time favorites with ice cold beer, one of a kind cocktails, or hand picked wines.

AWARD WINNING

The Boathouse on Naples Bay, a local and critical favorite, year after year! Nominated by OpenTable Diners Choice and TripAdvisor.

FOUR GENERATIONS

Four generations worth of locals in some families, what a privilege it is to continue to serve them.

LOCALLY OWNED

The Boathouse on Naples Bay is a locally owned restaurant for over 25 years with breathtaking waterfront views.

1964

Restaurant Established

On June 4th 1964, The Island Hut opens overhanging Naples Bay specializing in Polynesian food. In 1965 The island hut is sold to a group of 10 out of town investors and becomes Pate’s Marker IV, which is also the Channel Marker number on Naples Bay. In 1969 the restaurant begins massive renovations including the building being elevated on the land side, floor to ceiling windows, and decked out in nautical decor.

1984

New Ownership

In 1984 Pates Marker IV is sold to the national franchise The Chart House.

1999

New Restaurant Name

In 1999 the Chart House is bought by Ron Sarajian and renamed The Boathouse, where the term “Dock and Dine” is adopted.

PRESENT

The Boathouse on Naples Bay

The Boathouse on Naples Bay continues to be a time honored classic in Naples, and will be for many years to come. Renovations and improvements are constantly being done to this historic landmark, while keeping the integrity and history of the land, building, and ambiance. The Boathouse restaurant is and will be a family owned and run business for many years to come.